October 2019 Edition Apparel October 2019 issue | Page 107

LAUNCH PAD of comfort mixed with a modern retail experience that we are aiming to achieve with PROMOD e-origin stores worldwide.” Focusing on hospitality and attention to detail, the first of its kind e-PROMOD store at Palladium Mall, Mumbai, ensures that the customer experiences the best style and fashion journey. Digital tablets connected to large display screens, a wide and open entrance, and free space to navigate the PROMOD collection are key features of the new store. With the first PROMOD e-origin store having been launched in Paris in March 2019, the new store in Mumbai is one among the 15 e-origin stores that have been launched worldwide, placing itself firmly in the changing face of modern retail. Mr Tushar Ved, President, Major Brands India Pvt. Ltd, says, “We are excited that India has got its first e-origin concept store with this launch. It will be the first outside France and the growth story is just going to get bigger and better; we are now planning to launch 10 more e-origin stores by 2021 and by 2025, we plan to convert all the existing stores into e-origin formats. The retail environment is changing across the world and it is important that we adapt to the modern times and revamp the brand to connect more with our target customers. The PROMOD journey is going to get very interesting.” Following their first e-store launch in Mumbai, the next line of PROMOD e-origin stores will hit NCR-Delhi, Lucknow, and Bengaluru. Store Address: 1st Floor, Palladium Mall, High Street Phoenix, Lower Parel, Mumbai 400 013. Timing: 11 AM to 10 PM APPAREL I October 2019 I 105